🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Daewoo

Model:

Tico

Year:

2001

Market Segment:

City Car / Kei Car

Platform Code:

This information is not explicitly provided but the Tico is based on the Suzuki Alto platform.

👋 Introduction

Positioning:

The Daewoo Tico was positioned as an affordable, compact, and fuel-efficient city car, often competing with other microcars and small hatchbacks in its target markets.

Competitors:

Competed with vehicles like the Suzuki Alto, Kia Pride, Hyundai Atos, and potentially early models of the Chevrolet Spark (which succeeded the Tico).

Features:

Extremely compact dimensions, low running costs, simple mechanicals, and practicality for urban environments.

Audience:

Primarily first-time car buyers, city dwellers, and those seeking an economical second vehicle.

📋 Manual Details

All Models Engines Trims Transmissions:

Yes

Estimated Pages:

Hundreds of pages (typical for comprehensive workshop manuals). Exact count not provided in product info.

Type:

Workshop Repair Service Manual

Language:

English (Assumed based on typical product offerings for this market, though not explicitly stated. Often manuals are provided in multiple languages.)

Format:

PDF Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Mechanical:

Engine overhaul, component inspection, timing, lubrication, cooling system

Engine Fuel System:

Fuel injection system, fuel pump, injectors, fuel filter, fuel tank

Engine Ignition System:

Spark plugs, ignition coils, distributor (if applicable), ECU

Engine Emission Control:

Catalytic converter, oxygen sensors, EGR system (if applicable)

Transmission Manual:

Clutch system, gearbox overhaul, component replacement, shift mechanism

Transmission Automatic:

If applicable for 2001 models, coverage would include torque converter, gearbox overhaul, and control systems.

Drivetrain Axles:

Front axle, drive shafts, CV joints

Suspension Front:

MacPherson struts, control arms, bushings, shock absorbers

Suspension Rear:

Independent or semi-independent rear suspension components, shock absorbers

Steering System:

Steering rack, power steering pump (if equipped), tie rods, steering column

Brake System Front:

Disc brake components, calipers, pads, rotors

Brake System Rear:

Drum brake components or disc brake components, wheel cylinders, brake shoes, drums, or calipers, pads, rotors

Electrical System Charging:

Alternator, battery, voltage regulator

Electrical System Starting:

Starter motor, ignition switch

Lighting System:

Headlights, taillights, interior lighting, bulb replacement

Instrument Panel:

Gauges, warning lights, cluster repair

Body Exterior:

Doors, hood, trunk, bumpers, body panel alignment, glass replacement

Body Interior:

Seats, dashboard, door panels, trim components

HVAC System:

Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (if equipped), refrigerant systems

Scheduled Maintenance:

Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug intervals, fluid checks

Diagnostic Troubleshooting:

Fault finding, symptom analysis, common issues and solutions

Repair Procedures:

Step-by-step instructions for component replacement and repair

Component Disassembly Assembly:

Detailed instructions for taking apart and putting back together various vehicle systems

Wiring Diagrams:

Electrical system schematics for troubleshooting and repair

Specifications Data:

Torque values, clearances, fluid capacities, pressure readings

Depth:

Comprehensive (covers everything from basic maintenance to in-depth engine and transmission rebuilds, including diagnostics and electrical systems).

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

PDF

Searchability:

Typically searchable text within PDF format, allowing for quick information retrieval.

Quality:

Professional, designed for clarity of diagrams and text. Resolution and detail level are key for effective use.

Binding:

N/A (Digital PDF format, no physical binding)

Paper:

N/A (Digital PDF format, no physical paper)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Code:

F8CV (commonly associated with the Tico)

Engine Type:

3-cylinder, 4-stroke, naturally aspirated, SOHC

Displacement:

796 cc (0.8 Liters)

Horsepower:

Approx. 40-48 PS (29-35 kW) at 5500-6000 rpm (varies by specific market and tune)

Torque:

Approx. 60-68 Nm (44-50 lb-ft) at 3000-4000 rpm (varies by specific market and tune)

Fuel Delivery:

Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) or Carburetor (earlier models, though 2001 is likely MPI)

Fuel:

Unleaded Gasoline

Cooling Type:

Liquid-cooled

Emissions Standard:

Euro 2 / equivalent for the year 2001, depending on the market. Manual would detail specific systems.

🔧 Transmission

Type:

5-speed Manual Transmission

Type:

3-speed Automatic Transmission (less common, but potentially available)

Drive Type:

Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)

Clutch Type:

Dry single-plate clutch (for manual transmission)

📐 Dimensions

Length:

Approx. 3,340 mm (131.5 in)

Width:

Approx. 1,400 mm (55.1 in)

Height:

Approx. 1,400 mm (55.1 in)

Wheelbase:

Approx. 2,300 mm (90.6 in)

Curb Weight:

Approx. 600-650 kg (1,323-1,433 lbs), depending on equipment

Gross Vehicle Weight:

Typically around 1000-1100 kg (2205-2425 lbs)

Cargo Volume:

Limited but practical for its size, expandable with folding rear seats. Exact figures not readily available but typical of city cars.

🛡️ Safety Features

Crash Test Results:

Generally basic safety features. Specific official crash test ratings (like Euro NCAP) from that era for the Tico are often minimal or unavailable due to its design and market. The manual would detail passive safety features.

ABS:

Not commonly standard on 2001 Tico models, but might have been an option. Manual would confirm.

E Brake:

Mechanical parking brake

Airbags:

Driver airbag was standard on many 2001 models. Passenger airbag may have been optional or absent. Manual would detail restraint systems.

Seat Belts:

Front and rear seat belts (type, e.g., 3-point, 2-point, would be detailed in manual)

Body Construction:

Reinforced body structure for its class. Manual would provide details on chassis and safety cage construction.

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Basic AM/FM radio, possibly with a cassette player or early CD player depending on trim and options. Manual would detail controls and potential upgrades.

Parking Assistance:

None typically standard. Rear parking sensors might be an aftermarket addition.

Auxiliary Ports:

Unlikely to be standard in 2001 models. Auxiliary input for audio would be rare.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically every 5,000 - 7,500 km (3,000 - 5,000 miles) or 6 months, whichever comes first. Manual provides exact intervals.

Air Filter Replacement:

Recommended every 15,000 - 20,000 km (9,000 - 12,000 miles). Manual will confirm.

Spark Plug Replacement:

Intervals vary by plug type, but typically 20,000 - 40,000 km (12,000 - 25,000 miles). Manual is essential.

Engine Oil Type:

API SG or higher, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 is common. Manual specifies exact viscosity and API rating.

Engine Oil Capacity:

Approx. 3.0 - 3.5 Liters (3.2 - 3.7 US Quarts) with filter change. Manual is definitive.

Coolant Type:

Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixed with distilled water (50/50 ratio). Manual specifies brand/type.

Transmission Fluid Manual:

API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 gear oil. Manual specifies type and capacity.

Transmission Fluid Automatic:

Dexron II/III compatible ATF (if applicable). Manual is crucial for correct specification.

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3 or DOT 4. Manual specifies.

Common Problems:

Minor electrical faults, wear and tear on suspension components (bushings, ball joints), clutch wear, potential for rust in older vehicles, carburetor issues (if applicable), cooling system leaks (radiator, hoses).

📚 Vehicle History

Heritage:

Daewoo Motors was a South Korean automobile manufacturer, known for producing affordable vehicles. The Tico was one of its early compact offerings.

Development:

The Daewoo Tico was a rebadged version of the Suzuki Alto (produced under license). It was introduced in 1991 and received minor updates over its production run.

Production Years:

1991 - 2001 (in its original Daewoo form). The Tico was succeeded by the Daewoo Matiz, which was later rebadged as the Chevrolet Spark.

Manufacturing Locations:

Primarily South Korea, with potential assembly in other markets where it was sold.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Industry Awards:

The Tico itself did not typically receive major industry awards in the same way larger vehicles do. Its recognition was more for its affordability and practicality as a city car.

Reliability Ratings:

Reliability is generally considered average for its class and era. Specific consumer ratings are scarce. Maintenance manual is key for longevity.

Emissions Certification:

Certified to meet relevant emissions standards for the year and market of sale (e.g., Euro 2 or equivalent).